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Vikrant: 'Multiple Celebration Of India'

Vikrant: 'Multiple Celebration Of India'

Rediff.com2 Sep 2022

In a record time of 13 years, the Indigenous Aircraft Carrier Vikrant is now ready for formal induction into the Indian Navy.

How India's young cricketers are staying motivated during lockdown

How India's young cricketers are staying motivated during lockdown

Rediff.com30 Mar 2020

Shahbaz Ahmed, in his mind, had a questionnaire for Virat Kohli and AB de Villiers before getting started with what was to be his maiden Indian Premier League season. But the Bengal all-rounder will have to wait to don the Royal Challengers Bangalore red and gold as the possibility of having even a curtailed IPL is getting slimmer by the day with the rise of coronavirus positive cases in India.

India's Gorgeous Australian Guests

India's Gorgeous Australian Guests

Rediff.com9 Mar 2022

Every week, we bring you fascinating videos, chosen by you, through your likes.

'Kohli needs to score runs not only for India but for himself'

'Kohli needs to score runs not only for India but for himself'

Rediff.com26 Aug 2022

The 33-year-old former India captain, who was last seen in action in England in June-July, is back after a one-month break that saw him skip two white-ball series in the West Indies and Zimbabwe.

Dharmendra Pradhan is new Education Minister

Dharmendra Pradhan is new Education Minister

Rediff.com7 Jul 2021

Annapurna Devi, Subhas Sarkar and Rajkumar Ranjan Singh will be the new ministers of state for education.

Former India football captain Carlton Chapman dead at 49

Former India football captain Carlton Chapman dead at 49

Rediff.com12 Oct 2020

Chapman was hospitalised on Sunday night in Bengaluru and passed away early Monday morning.

8 adventure holiday destinations for your partner and you!

8 adventure holiday destinations for your partner and you!

Rediff.com18 Sep 2014

The quest for newer and better adventure destinations are always on the rise. Here are eight such destinations popular, especially among young couples.

Now, IPL players to also undergo Yo-Yo test

Now, IPL players to also undergo Yo-Yo test

Rediff.com5 Feb 2019

The two coaches Gary Kirsten and Ashish Nehra will be monitoring the progress of the players and a Yo-Yo test will also be conducted to get a hang of their fitness.

'Independence came early because of the Naval Mutiny'

'Independence came early because of the Naval Mutiny'

Rediff.com8 Apr 2022

'These naval sailors should have been given due respect as freedom fighters.' 'February 18, 1946 should be as important as January 26 because that date changed everything.'

Ranji round-up: Bengal set for first-innings lead against MP

Ranji round-up: Bengal set for first-innings lead against MP

Rediff.com9 Dec 2016

A round-up of Ranji matches played on Friday

Ranji: Shorey's ton in vain as Jharkhand oust Delhi

Ranji: Shorey's ton in vain as Jharkhand oust Delhi

Rediff.com27 Feb 2022

A round-up of the fourth and final day's play in the Ranji Trophy matches across the country.

KKR look to overcome middle-order muddle vs RCB

KKR look to overcome middle-order muddle vs RCB

Rediff.com17 Apr 2021

Morgan's astute captaincy in using his bowling resources was the highlight as KKR had bowled out MI for a modest 152.

My meeting with Bal Thackeray upset Sonia Gandhi: Pranab Mukherjee

My meeting with Bal Thackeray upset Sonia Gandhi: Pranab Mukherjee

Rediff.com16 Oct 2017

Kumar had sought central university status for it in keeping with public sentiments.

Mushtaq Ali Trophy: Baroda beat Chhattisgarh; Jharkhand win

Mushtaq Ali Trophy: Baroda beat Chhattisgarh; Jharkhand win

Rediff.com14 Jan 2021

Lukman Meriwala's fifer was the cornerstone of Baroda's thumping nine-wicket win over Chhattisgarh

Modi welcomed to Kolkata with anti-CAA protests

Modi welcomed to Kolkata with anti-CAA protests

Rediff.com11 Jan 2020

The PM's visit comes at a time when West Bengal has been witnessing widespread protests against the contentious Citizenship Act.

Golay's tricky road ahead

Golay's tricky road ahead

Rediff.com13 Jun 2019

Sikkim's new chief minister will have to achieve growth without compromising nature.

IPL auction: All eyes on Maxwell, Moeen; uncapped Azharuddeen

IPL auction: All eyes on Maxwell, Moeen; uncapped Azharuddeen

Rediff.com17 Feb 2021

Flamboyant Australian Glenn Maxwell is expected to be a favourite, despite his under-whelming record, along with England's spin bowling all-rounder Moeen Ali, while Kerala's batting sensation Mohammed Azharuddeen could be in hot demand during a condensed IPL players' auction, to be held in Chennai, on Thursday.

KKR names Keshri as 16th member; to give his family Rs 10 lakh

KKR names Keshri as 16th member; to give his family Rs 10 lakh

Rediff.com26 Apr 2015

Champions Kolkata Knight Riders paid tribute to deceased cricketer Ankit Keshri by naming him as the 16th member of their side for their rain-hit Indian Premier League match against Rajasthan Royals at the Eden Gardens, in Kolkata, on Sunday.

FIFA World Cup qualifiers: India coach announces list of probables

FIFA World Cup qualifiers: India coach announces list of probables

Rediff.com20 May 2015

India's football coach Stephen Constantine announced his preliminary squad of 38 probables for India's forthcoming back to back 2018 World Cup Preliminary Joint Qualification matches against Oman and Guam respectively.

Vijay Hazare: Shaw, bowlers set up Mumbai's win over Delhi

Vijay Hazare: Shaw, bowlers set up Mumbai's win over Delhi

Rediff.com21 Feb 2021

Mumbai bowlers restricted Delhi to 211/7 and then cantered to the target in 31.5 overs, as Prithvi Shaw tore into the Delhi attack.

I used to reach Film City at 5 am for Mahabharat shoot: Roopa Ganguly

I used to reach Film City at 5 am for Mahabharat shoot: Roopa Ganguly

Rediff.com27 Mar 2022

The 55-year-old actor-turned-politician admitted that due to the hectic schedule of the shooting, she "did not get to watch the series" on television.

Mukul's exit evokes mixed reactions from BJP leaders

Mukul's exit evokes mixed reactions from BJP leaders

Rediff.com11 Jun 2021

Senior Bharatiya Janata Party leader Mukul Roy's return to the Trinamool Congress evoked mixed reactions in the saffron camp on Friday, with its state unit president Dilip Ghosh asserting that the move will have no impact on his organisation, and former MP Anupam Hazra claiming that 'lobby politics at play is adversely affecting the party'.

'The president and his entourage should play the I-League now'

'The president and his entourage should play the I-League now'

Rediff.com24 Jun 2016

Mohun Bagan, East Bengal blast AIFF after Goan clubs quit I-League

Windies T20s: India aim to rebuild ahead of World Cup

Windies T20s: India aim to rebuild ahead of World Cup

Rediff.com15 Feb 2022

India would be looking to sort out issues such as the opening blues, the middle-lower order conundrum and also the bowling strategies during the three-match T20 series against West Indies.

Uncapped Chakravarthy, Unadkat top picks at IPL Auction

Uncapped Chakravarthy, Unadkat top picks at IPL Auction

Rediff.com18 Dec 2018

Architect-turned-cricketer Varun Chakravarthy, with a base price of Rs 20 lakh, went to Kings XI Punjab for a massive Rs. 8.4 crore, while Rajasthan Royals retained Jaydev Unadkat for the same amount.

5 wildlife getaways to make the most of your Diwali weekend

5 wildlife getaways to make the most of your Diwali weekend

Rediff.com10 Oct 2017

Still unsure about where you want to travel during the long Diwali weekend? We'll help you out.

INS Vikrant : 12 years late, 13 times the cost

INS Vikrant : 12 years late, 13 times the cost

Rediff.com21 Aug 2021

The MiG29K and MiG29KUB, the aircraft carrier's primary fighters, spent more time in the hangar than in the air, with fleet serviceability remaining below 50 per cent, reports Ajai Shukla.

Sorry, folks, the Samosa Is Not Indian

Sorry, folks, the Samosa Is Not Indian

Rediff.com3 Dec 2021

Where paneer came to India from... How sambar got its name... Gulab jamun does not have Indian roots...

'I don't indulge in one-upmanship, jealousy and rivalry'

'I don't indulge in one-upmanship, jealousy and rivalry'

Rediff.com29 Nov 2021

'I never allow myself to look anxiously over my shoulder at what my co-star is doing.'

'This should be the toughest election for the Left'

'This should be the toughest election for the Left'

Rediff.com7 Apr 2011

If Mamata Banerjee is a fighter jet bombing the Left Front fortress of West Bengal, Gautam Deb is the Communist Party of India-Marxist's anti-aircraft gun.

This designer breathes new life into chikankari

This designer breathes new life into chikankari

Rediff.com17 Aug 2017

Designer Sanjay Garg brought the curtains down on Day One of LFW at the Royal Opera House, Mumbai.

Kolkata Knight Riders gives Keshri's family Rs 20 lakh

Kolkata Knight Riders gives Keshri's family Rs 20 lakh

Rediff.com30 Apr 2015

In a noble gesture, Kolkata Knight Riders named deceased Bengal cricketer Ankit Keshri as their 16th man while his family was given a cheque of Rs 20 lakh at a ceremony ahead of their Indian Premier League against Chennai Super Kings at Eden Gardens in Kolkata, on Thursday.

IPL auction: WI, Aus stars in focus but youngsters set to be top draws

IPL auction: WI, Aus stars in focus but youngsters set to be top draws

Rediff.com18 Dec 2019

The 13th edition of the IPL will have added significance as 2020 is also a T20 World Cup year.

I League: Mumbai FC hold EB, Ranti to wait for his 200th goal

I League: Mumbai FC hold EB, Ranti to wait for his 200th goal

Rediff.com18 Apr 2015

Ranti Martins missed a penalty and the chance to score his 200th goal in the country's top league.

India's Submarine Dilemma

India's Submarine Dilemma

Rediff.com7 Oct 2021

Hydrography (underwater geography) prevents the Indian Navy for opting for an all-conventional, or all-nuclear submarine fleet.

4 exciting weekend getaways near Kolkata

4 exciting weekend getaways near Kolkata

Rediff.com15 Feb 2017

The Holi weekend is just a month away and if you haven't planned ahead, we'll help you out.

Bollywood 2021: J to Q RECAP

Bollywood 2021: J to Q RECAP

Rediff.com31 Dec 2021

Here's the second part of guide to a year that will soon become history.

Constantine names 32 probables for FIFA World Cup qualifier

Constantine names 32 probables for FIFA World Cup qualifier

Rediff.com25 Feb 2015

National football coach Stephen Constantine named 32 probables on Wednesday for India's upcoming 2018 FIFA World Cup joint qualification Round 1 home and away matches against Nepal. India first host Nepal on March 12 at the Indira Gandhi Athletics Stadium in Sajusarai, Guwahati, while the return leg is slated to be played in Nepal on March 17.

How ITC plans to hit Rs 1 trillion

How ITC plans to hit Rs 1 trillion

Rediff.com12 Jan 2019

'We are certainly open to inorganic opportunities to grow.'

'India's greatest message is non-violence'

'India's greatest message is non-violence'

Rediff.com25 Jan 2022

'Every religion is sacred and beautiful. There's no reason for people to hate each other because they practise different faiths.'